Category - Simon Rattle

Discover the thoughtful Quotes of Simon Rattle, a philosopher and author. Our collection of his most impactful quotes reflects his deep understanding of language, philosophy, and history. Motivational Quotes of Simon Rattle
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Simon Rattle

I first heard Mahler’s second symphony aged 11 in Liverpool, and it inspired me to become a conductor.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

I believe if you’re not completely in love with what you’re doing, you’d better find another profession.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

There is a mysterious way in which orchestras keep a sense of their history and what they’ve done. I still listen to the L.A. Philharmonic and feel that Giulini was there.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

Every orchestra has its own sound.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

Orchestras are like people. They’re the sonic embodiment of their community.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

There are a few great orchestras in the world, thank goodness. Although some people do put them in ranking order, it’s not like a snooker match. Each orchestra has different things to offer.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

The grapevine in England is an extraordinary thing. When there is a really brilliant young composer or soloist, we all hear about it.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

I’d be much more likely to watch the latest Tarantino movie than to listen to a Mahler symphony.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

It’s interesting: composers can be very funny ducks.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

Some of my favorite music in the world is Haydn. I had a sabbatical one year and made myself one promise: to play a different Haydn piano sonata each day – they are inexhaustible treasures.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

I’ve always had a profound conviction that great music is about joy, even in the face of tragedy.

– Simon Rattle

Simon Rattle

The better the orchestra, often the harder it is to conduct, not the other way around.

– Simon Rattle

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